Assistant Director of the Nursing Resource Center

Salem State University; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem State University is seeking an Assistant Director to run the Nursing Resource Center in Salem, MA. You will oversee daily operations, scheduling, equipment management, and staff coordination to support hands‑on learning that connects theory to clinical practice.

You will design and evaluate simulation‑based learning, collaborate with faculty, and mentor lab staff and student workers to maintain a high‑quality, student‑ready environment.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered RN license required or eligible.
• MSN preferred; BSN with relevant experience considered.
• Experience in nursing education, simulation, or clinical coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the Nursing Resource Center.
• Design, facilitate, and evaluate simulation‑based learning aligned with curriculum.
• Supervise lab staff and student workers; provide guidance and performance feedback.

Education

MSN preferred; BSN with relevant experience considered

RN license (Active)

Tools

CCP placement systems

Job description

Overview

The School of Nursing prepares the next generation of nurses to lead with skill, compassion, and clinical confidence. The Nursing Resource Center sits at the heart of that mission — and the Assistant Director who helps run it shapes the hands‑on learning environment where students move from classroom theory to clinical readiness.

In this role, you will oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the Nursing Resource Center, including simulation lab scheduling, equipment management, and staff coordination. You will design, facilitate, and evaluate simulation‑based learning experiences aligned with current nursing curriculum and accreditation standards, working closely with nursing faculty to ensure skills lab activities connect meaningfully with didactic and clinical coursework. You will also supervise lab staff and student workers, providing ongoing guidance, training, and performance feedback to maintain a high‑functioning, student‑ready environment.

What you do at Salem State University matters. As a staff member, you'll be part of an institution that is a proud Hispanic‑Serving Institution and that serves one of the most diverse student bodies in Massachusetts. We believe in building a workplace culture that mirrors our values: inclusive, equitable and driven by a genuine desire to help people succeed. You'll find professional development opportunities, a supportive team environment and work that connects directly to our students' futures.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred; BSN with relevant experience considered
• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Experience in clinical nursing education, simulation, or clinical coordination

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with clinical placement systems (e.g., CCP)
• Experience with simulation‑based education
• Experience in higher education or academic settings
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Working Location

This is an onsitepositionin Salem, MA with on-campus, in-person responsibilities,which may require occasionalwork on evenings and weekends.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Foraccommodation information or requests please email [e-mail].